Vacheron & Constantin Tonneau Watch in 18K White Gold

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CIRCA: 1970s
CASE NUMBER: 463853
MOVEMENT NUMBER: 625475
REF.: 7253
CASE MATERIAL: 18K white gold
CASE DIMENSIONS: 30 mm wide x 31 mm lug-to-lug
DIAL: Silver with applied thin baton hour markers
BRACELET MATERIAL: Aftermarket black leather strap with steel buckle
MAX. BRACELET SIZE: 7-1/4 inches
MOVEMENT: Manual wind
CALIBER: 1001/2
Vacheron & Constantin, long considered one of the finest and most conservative watchmakers, produced some interesting watches in the 1970s. In this decade, some of the more traditional companies took some chances. The present example, a 7253, was made in a wide tonneau case. The result is a watch that is a bit different while holding firmly to the excellence that Vacheron is known for.

PROPERTY OF A NEW YORK LADY
Condition Report: Dial is in fair condition, with some wear due to aging on the dial edges. Case is in excellent condition, with some scratches. Movement is running at time of cataloging. Overall, the present example is in very good condition.

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